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(More customer reviews)This is a great cover for an offset patio umbrella. It's easy to put on the umbrella and easy to remove. More about that later. This cover is well made from a durable material consequently from the looks of it, it should last for many years. It has an easy to operate zipper on one side, a velcro tie down strap in the middle and a cord closure around the bottom to secure the cover when it's on the umbrella.
This cover came with a jointed metal rod to help put the cover on and remove it as well as reaching the zipper if you're a short person. That's the good news. The bad news is that the rod is so flimsy that it fell apart the first time I attempted to use it. No big deal - I have a 5' broomstick that I use (at least when the M.I.L. isn't riding around on it) to put the cover on and to remove the cover when we want to use the umbrella. Honestly, it is very easy to put on or take off. Either action takes less than 15-20 seconds to complete. Our offset umbrella is 9' tall so you do need the broomhandle to get the cover over the top of the support pole.
The other small problem is the velcro tie down strap which is positioned roughly in the middle of the cover height wise. This velcro tie down was not long enough to go around our umbrella even though according to the manufacturer's specs the strap should have fit around our umbrella. This strap along with the bottom tie down cord is designed to keep the cover from billowing in the wind while it's on the umbrella. Matter of fact the velcro strap was a good 4-5 inches too short. They must have been running out of velcro in China the day this cover was made. The only viable work around that I see is to simply tie a cord around the middle of the covered umbrella in lieu of the velcro.
This cover does protect an offset umbrella quite well from the elements when not in use as well as from the sun's UV. If it hadn't of been for these two problems I would have given it a five star rating. As mine arrived with the two problems I think four stars is appropriate. I would still buy this same cover again if I had it to do over.
Everyone have a great day out there. :-)
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A handsome way to protect and prolong an offset patio umbrella's lifespan and appearance, this sleek cover guards against damage caused by sun, rain, wind, dirt, debris, and other outdoor elements. The weather-resistant cover features heavyweight, 600-denier polyester construction, with PVC lining for extra durability even under extreme conditions. Equipped with a full-length zipper and metal rod for easy application, the unit also sports a cord-style tie and a Velcro mid-strap--both of which secure tightly to prevent umbrellas from flapping in the wind. Best of all, its stylish, upscale appearance offers an unfussy way to prepare patio furnishings for approaching storms or changing seasons. Its exclusive color-infusion process helps keep the color from fading, and the cover comes in a variety of colors and sizes. The umbrella cover measures approximately 1 by 36 by 102 inches.
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